The
DewPoint 331

Putting up high-quality small bales is easier than ever before with the DewPoint 331 hay steamer. The DewPoint 331 enhances efficiency and quality in hay operations. DEW your hay the right way with the DewPoint 331.

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A Powerful Approach To
Hay Processing

Powered by the tractor's electrical and hydraulic system, the DewPoint 331 utilizes a diesel oil burner and boiler system, resulting in the production of high-quality steam. This steam is then channeled through hoses into custom manifolds mounted on the baler where it is injected into the dry crop material during baling. The DewPoint 331 is primarily used with small square balers.

Staheli West's DewPoint Steamers offer a practical solution for hay farmers looking to optimize their harvests, reduce baling losses, and increase the overall value of their product.

Innovative
Features

How it Works

Intuitive User-Interface

Baler Steam Manifolds

Moisture Sensor

Cutting-Edge Operating System

Efficiency and Consistency

Streamlined Maintenance Design

How it Works

The DewPoint 331 generates steam which is injected into hay windrows. The machine is powered by the electrical and hydraulic system of the tractor. A diesel oil burner heats water inside the boiler to produce steam. This steam is transferred through hoses into custom manifolds mounted on the baler. The operator controls the steam rate and distribution in the baler.

Intuitive User-Interface

The DewPoint 331 boasts a new in-cab display that offers enhanced visibility. Featuring a new design, the interface includes a convenient steam on/off button and a large twist knob for effortless steam adjustment. Operating the DewPoint 331 is simple and intuitive.

Baler Steam Manifolds

Steam produced by the DewPoint 331 is injected into the hay as it is lifted from the windrow by the baler pickup and further as it passes through the feed chamber of the baler. The treatment of the hay is accomplished by injecting steam through a series of distribution manifolds mounted in the baler. Bale moisture is monitored continuously and adjustments to the steam injection rate are made by the machine operator as needed to maintain desired bale moisture conditions at all times.

Moisture Sensor

Typically, a Gazeeka Moisture Sensor is used when baling with steam. The Gazeeka is a non-contact moisture sensor that uses high frequency electromagnetic waves that are transmitted between two antennae. These waves pass through the entire width of the bale and give operators an accurate bale moisture reading in real time right in the tractor cab. By using the moisture readings from the Gazeeka, operators of the DewPoint 331 can adjust steam rates to meet their desired moisture level and produce a consistent product.

Cutting-Edge Operating System

The DewPoint 331 incorporates an operating system that streamlines functionality. Eliminating the need for generators and high-voltage components, the system relies on the tractor hydraulic system to power the burner fan motor and feedwater pump and the 12v electrical system of the tractor to power the machine’s sensors and electrical components.

Efficiency and Consistency

The DewPoint 331 features a state-of-the-art burner and boiler design to produce high quality steam as efficiently as possible. The system also includes a self-tuning burner for intelligent air-fuel ratio regulation, resulting in improved fuel efficiency and cleaner burns. The DewPoint 331 guarantees consistent steam pressure and steam quality for superior results when baling hay.

Streamlined Maintenance Design

The DewPoint 331 has an innovative design that simplifies maintenance and servicing. Toolless access to regular maintenance components reduces downtime, resulting in increased operational hours and reduced maintenance costs.

Steam produced by the DewPoint 331 is injected into the hay as it is lifted from the windrow by the baler pickup and further as it passes through the feed chamber of the baler. The treatment of the hay is accomplished by injecting steam through a series of distribution manifolds mounted in the baler. Bale moisture is monitored continuously and adjustments to the steam injection rate are made by the machine operator as needed to maintain desired bale moisture conditions at all times.

Typically, a Gazeeka Moisture Sensor is used when baling with steam. The Gazeeka is a non-contact moisture sensor that uses high frequency electromagnetic waves that are transmitted between two antennae. These waves pass through the entire width of the bale and give operators an accurate bale moisture reading in real time right in the tractor cab. By using the moisture readings from the Gazeeka, operators of the DewPoint 331 can adjust steam rates to meet their desired moisture level and produce a consistent product.

What Can The
STEAMER DEW FOR YOU?

Staheli West's DewPoint technology is revolutionizing the hay industry. Harnessing the power of steam for baling offers a multitude of advantages that can enhance your farm's profitability and elevate the quality of life for both you and your team. Discover the numerous ways in which baling with steam can positively impact your farm.

Steam is the hot gas that forms from water when it is boiled. 1 Gallon of water produces approximately 1,700 Gallons of steam. Unlike water particles in the liquid state, steam particles are widely separated and are free to move randomly. When injected steam contacts dry crop material it instantly condenses and bonds with other water molecules in the vicinity, which causes instant absorption into the dry crop material. Steam particles can penetrate through the tiny pores in plant material more effectively than water and soften the hay without making it too wet. This is the reason the DewPoint system works so efficiently.

Baling hay too dry significantly lowers the nutritional and financial value of hay. With the exception of extreme weather events and rain, baling with steam will essentially eliminate lower grades of hay. Even with some rain damage, farmers using the DewPoint 331 are still able to produce leafy Grade 2 hay or better. Some of our small bale customers say they have very little grades 3 and 4 hay now. Being able to produce a large amount of premium and grade 1 hay with steam has significant financial benefits

Dusty hay can cause harm to the respiratory systems of horses. In fact, some horse farms use small steamer boxes to steam each bale as they feed it to their horses to minimize hay dust. Using the DewPoint 331 to bale hay in the field reduces hay dust in the bale. Even decreases the amount of dust in the hay. Being able to market this a in grasses, where dust is an issue, baling with the DewPoint 331 Steamer dramaticallyspect of your product could go a long way with some of your equine customers.

The DewPoint 331 lowers the risk of crop value loss due to rain or baling in overly dry conditions. How many tons of hay do you bale too dry each year? Farmers without steamers are often faced with the decision to bale hay too dry to beat storms, or wait, risking further crop value loss. If the hay is cured, you can bale it with optimal steam moisture. We’ve had customers bale over 500 acres in one day to beat impeding storms.

In many areas, farmers utilizing DewPoint technology have seen increases in their last cutting yields. This is because most farmers can now bale whenever their hay is dry. They can cut, rake, bale their hay, and get water back on their fields quicker. This adds valuable growing days when the weather is warmest. Added growing days means that farmers will realize higher yields at the end of the year. This is just another way the DewPoint 632 can pay for itself.

Making the Perfect Bale of Hay
Just Got EAsier

When it comes to making small bales, the DewPoint machine has been a game-changer, addressing a major challenge: achieving the ideal moisture level for making high-quality hay. But in this intricate process, moisture is just one piece of the puzzle. At Staheli West, we're dedicated to consistency in every aspect.

We understand that small bale producers face more challenges than moisture control alone. Ensuring the right bale weight and flake count in each bale are equally essential, as they directly impact your profitability and customer satisfaction. That's where our partnership with AGCO and their innovative SimplEbale™ system, along with our DewPoint machines, steps in to make your life easier.

With this powerful combination, crafting the perfect bale of hay has never been more attainable. You can now create hay with the precise moisture, weight, and flake count every single time. Staheli West’s collaboration with AGCO on this project represents a significant milestone in revolutionizing the small bale industry, and we're excited to be part of this transformation.

What are our
customers saying?

At Staheli West, we take great pride in providing exceptional products and services that change our customers’ operations and lives for the better. Don't just take our word for it; hear what some of our customers have to say about their experience with us and the DewPoint 331 steamer.

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The DewPoint 331
Will Pay For Itself

Consider the DewPoint 331 a smart and profitable investment. DewPoint machines boast a proven history of not only covering their costs but also enhancing revenue streams for operations worldwide. Similar to the Deckers, numerous customers are experiencing financial advantages in terms of reduced labor and equipment expenses, as well as boosted income through the ability to market an improved product and increase tonnage.

Russell Decker states, “The hay markets itself if it has been steamed, and people just love it.”

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